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Switches

What is a Switch?

A switch is an electrical component that will either connect or disconnect the conducting path in an electrical circuit. The electrical current is either interrupted or diverted from one conductor to another.

What Do We Supply?

We supply an extensive range of switches for a variety of markets and applications.
These include:
Push Button switches
Piezo switches
Vandal Resistant switches
Toggle switches
Slide switches
Micro switches
Rocker switches
Safety switches
Limit switches
Rotary switches

Why Choose E. Preston?

Our switch range has been created to meet the design requirements of a wide variety of applications for our customers, ranging from medical and industrial to marine and commercial electronics. The range and the choice we have available may mean that E. Preston will be your only choice for switches.

Each switch is available in an array of options including: front and rear panel mounted versions; different profile types including prominent, domed and low profile; a variety of materials such as rugged stainless steel anti- vandal options. Multiple switching options are also available along with IP66, IP67 & IP68 sealed variants in addition to momentary and latching actuation. Illumination versions are available in dot and ring LED indication and a selection of illuminating colours, including bi-colour and tri-colour. Newer versions also feature LED illumination driven by 6V, 12V and 18V.

As an official distributor for Bulgin & Arcolectric, CML, Cherry, ABB, Eaton, Honeywell, Tranilamp and Schurter, we have access to many different types of switches suitable for numerous applications. Our range and choice are second to none, so you won’t have to go anywhere else for your requirements. Add in the convenience of next day delivery, alongside a team that can provide expert technical assistance and support over the phone if required, and you will have the peace of mind that you are being well looked after.
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April 24, 2024

Hylec Control Stations

The Hylec Control Station range comes in a variety of colours and functions.

  • The Emergency Stop Stations come in a bright yellow housing and include an impact stop button with twist/push/unlocking reset options.
  • The Dual Push Buttons offer separate on/off buttons in a single housing and the Palm/Foot operated switches come with a choice of Red, Green or Black Mushroom button.
  • The Selector Switches offer an on/off twisting selector and a lockable version, for authorised-only operation.
  • Finally, the Flush Button Stations offer separate “On” and “Off” housings, a combined single housing and the option for forward and reverse operation buttons.

The Control Stations are housed in high impact resistant, flame retardant ABS to UL94-HB. We can also supply a wide range of switches, pilot lamps and other accessories to supply customised products. Please ask for details.

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April 22, 2024

Sensata / Crydom DRC3P Series (DIN Rail Mount AC Output) Solid State Relays

The DRC3P Series is a family of DIN Rail Mount, IEC standard based Solid State Contactors with a proprietary thermal management technology, which allows them to switch on and off 3-phase loads of up to 7.6 Amps per phase at 600 VAC in a compact 45mm wide package.The DRC3P Series Solid State Contactors are particularly suited for demanding applications where you need to control (start/stop) 3-phase motors of up to 5HP at 480 VAC. They offer the highest switching frequency in the market (up to 9000 cycles per hour), making them the ideal solution for replacement of electromechanical contactors in applications that require high reliability and/or frequent switching.

The DRC3P Series models are available in 2 configurations (with 2 or 3 controlled legs) and they are available with optional embedded auxiliary contacts for additional functionality in your control circuits.

Features:

  • LED input status indicator
  • AC or DC control
  • Zero voltage (resistive loads) or instantaneous (inductive loads) turn-on output
  • Available with Solid State or EMR auxiliary contacts
  • Built-in Overvoltage Protection
  • UL 100 kA Short Circuit Current Rating
  • C-UL-US listed, IEC rated, CE compliant, Horsepower Rated

Enquiry Form: https://www.epreston.co.uk/contact/

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